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Information Security Courses

Information security courses can help you learn risk assessment, network security protocols, encryption techniques, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in threat analysis, vulnerability management, and compliance with security regulations. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and security information and event management (SIEM) software, demonstrating how these tools are applied to protect data and maintain system integrity.

Popular Information Security Courses and Certifications


  • S

    SAS

    Practical SAS Programming and Certification Review

    Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Data Import/Export, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Statistical Programming, Data Manipulation, Data Processing, Statistical Software, Data Transformation, Data Preprocessing

    ★ 4.9 (356) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Cybersecurity Policy & Governance for Business Success

    Skills you'll gain: Audit Working Papers, Incident Management, Governance, Business Risk Management, Dashboard, Process Improvement, Incident Response, Risk Analysis, Compliance Management, Risk Management, Auditing, Cybersecurity, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, ISO/IEC 27001, Training Programs, Performance Reporting, Management Reporting, NIST 800-53, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    China Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, Business Strategies, Strategic Partnership, Competitive Intelligence, Competitive Analysis, Corporate Strategy, Market Intelligence, Go To Market Strategy, Intercultural Competence, Market Opportunities, Global Marketing, E-Commerce, Mergers & Acquisitions, Cultural Sensitivity, Economic Development, Decision Making, Cultural Diversity

    ★ 4.8 (171) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • N

    Northeastern University

    Data-Driven Systems: DBMS, SQL & Data Modeling

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Database Systems, Database Theory, MongoDB, Database Development, Database Management Systems, Data Modeling, Database Management, Database Architecture and Administration, NoSQL, Relational Databases, Unified Modeling Language, SQL, Data Management, Performance Tuning, Software Architecture, Conceptual Design

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • S

    SkillUp

    Blockchain and Cryptography Overview

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Data Security, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Encryption, Cyber Risk, Data Integrity

    ★ 5 (7) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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  • T

    The State University of New York

    Disaster, Crisis, and Emergency Preparedness Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Emergency Response, Mitigation, Safety and Security, Health Disparities, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Risk Management, Social Determinants Of Health, Community Health, Media and Communications, Public Health, Risk Analysis, Vulnerability, Community Outreach, Persuasive Communication

    ★ 4.7 (232) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Cross Functional Collaboration

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Team Collaboration, Supervision, Internal Communications, Analytical Skills, Communication Strategies

    ★ 4.7 (130) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • G

    Google Cloud

    Elastic Cloud Infrastructure: Scaling and Automation en Français

    Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Load Balancing, Terraform, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Solutions, Cloud Computing, Cloud Platforms, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Services, Cloud Deployment, Virtual Machines, Managed Services, Network Infrastructure, Virtual Networking, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Scalability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • C

    Coursera

    Basics of Healthcare Data Analytics: Boost Patient Outcomes

    Skills you'll gain: Data Integrity, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Dashboard, Data Storytelling, Health Information Management, Data Cleansing, Health Informatics, Data Governance, Clinical Data Management, Data Mapping, Patient Safety, Data Visualization, Database Design, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Data Security, Data Analysis, Data Validation, Data Transformation, Excel Formulas, Statistical Analysis

    ★ 3.5 (8) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • G

    Google Cloud

    Build an AI Image Generator app using Imagen on Vertex AI

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, AI Integrations, Artificial Intelligence, LLM Application, Prompt Engineering, Multimodal Prompts, Google Cloud Platform

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Sustainable Regional Principles, Planning and Transportation

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Transportation Operations, Case Studies, Economic Development, Land Management, Land Development, Community Development, Traffic Flow Optimization, Community Outreach

    ★ 4.5 (207) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Multimodal Literacies: Communication and Learning in the Era of Digital Media

    Skills you'll gain: Differentiated Instruction, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Oral Comprehension, Education and Training, Digital pedagogy, Literacy, Pedagogy, Oral Expression, digital literacy, Learning Styles, Media and Communications, Multimedia, Higher Education, Cultural Diversity, Language Learning, Writing, Diversity Awareness

    ★ 4.7 (183) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular information security courses

  • Practical SAS Programming and Certification Review: SAS
  • Cybersecurity Policy & Governance for Business Success: STARWEAVER
  • China Strategy: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Data-Driven Systems: DBMS, SQL & Data Modeling: Northeastern University
  • Blockchain and Cryptography Overview: SkillUp
  • Disaster, Crisis, and Emergency Preparedness Communication: The State University of New York
  • Cross Functional Collaboration: STARWEAVER
  • Elastic Cloud Infrastructure: Scaling and Automation en Français: Google Cloud
  • Basics of Healthcare Data Analytics: Boost Patient Outcomes: Coursera
  • Build an AI Image Generator app using Imagen on Vertex AI: Google Cloud

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